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Technical Forum announced for the contract and office furniture sector (new date)

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The Furniture Industry Research Association has announced plans to host a free Technical Forum aimed at those within the contract and office furniture sector. The Forum, taking place on 14th November, boasts a diverse agenda and is being delivered by the experts at FIRA International.

Topics due to be discussed include:

Standards update (covering both European & US standards) which have an impact on the contract and office furniture sector, including potential changes to standards in the future

The Machinery Directive and how this impacts office and contract furniture

Open discussion on industry needs - including how the Furniture Industry Research Association may be able to support through future projects

Taking place at FIRA International’s facilities in Stevenage, Hertfordshire, the event runs from 10.00-14.30 and includes a networking lunch. The free Forum is open to all with an involvement, or interest, in the contract and office furniture markets. (Non-members of the Furniture Industry Research Association are welcome to attend.)